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INTRODUCTION The process is very delicate and should be done carefully by an experienced individual or Professional in order to avoid serious injury. Suspension may require and often has a small group who handle preparations and the process itself. Suspension should never be attempted alone due to the risk of sustaining injuries or going into Shock , which is potentially life threatening. The actual act of being suspended may take up a tiny portion of time compared to the time involved in preparation, though some people remain suspended for hours. If carried out properly, your body will be studied to decide the proper placement, number, and size of metal hooks which are pierced into the skin to lift the person off the ground. Multiple hooks are usually located around the shoulders, upper arm, and back, as well as around the knees (this depends on the position in which you want to be suspended). Finding the proper hook placement and number involves a great deal of skill in mathematics and an Acute understanding of Human Anatomy and Physiology , and well as the durability of the individuals Dermis . If the number of hooks are too few, the suspended individual's dermis will be unable to withstand the body's weight and will rip. Also, the amount of weight each hook supports must be distributed evenly throughout the entire body - any imbalance risks injury. A Crane -like machine made for suspension is used and powerful rope that attaches to the hooks is used to slowly and carefully lift an individual a foot or two off the ground- where they will remain relatively motionless for a predetermined period of time. WHY? Suspensions are mostly used for Meditation and gaining a higher level of Spiritual fulfillment or awareness. To some it is a very Sacred and respected practice and is done on a regular basis. Suspension can also be used as a Symbolic tool and represents an important event in life- such as representing one's passing from childhood to Adulthood or the bond two people may share. Because of its nature, it is often considered to be Taboo by those outside of Mod ( Body Modifying ) cultures. EQUIPMENT Hooks The hooks used for a flesh hook suspension are typically deep-sea Fishing Hook s (used for sharks, octopuses, etc) that have had their Barbs removed. The piercing is performed with a body piercing Needle followed by the modified hook. Rigging Once the hooks are in place, they are connected with rope or chain to a rig that can be Winched up. It is vital that the hooks are attached to the rig in such a way that the weight is evenly distributed. TYPES OF SUSPENSIONS Chest A ''chest suspension'', sometimes referred to as an O-Kee-Pa, is a suspension in which the hook(s) are placed in the chest. Typically two hooks are used for this type of suspension. Coma A ''coma suspension'' is a suspension in which the hooks are placed in the chest, torso and legs, usually in two rows, such that the suspendee is lying face up. The name of this position comes from the similar imagery as in the movie '' Coma ''. Knee A ''knee suspension'' is a suspension in which the hooks are placed in both knees. Typically four hooks are used for this type of suspension - two in each knee. Suicide A ''suicide suspension'' is a suspension in which the hook(s) are placed in the upper back, such that the suspendee is hanging upright. This type of suspension is named ''suicide'' due to its similarity in appearance to someone who has hanged him or herself. Crucifix A ''crucifix suspension'' is a variation on a suicide suspension in which hooks are also placed in the arms, such that the suspendee appears to be hanging on a cross, with his or her arms held out to the side. Superman A ''superman suspension'' is the opposite of a coma suspension - the hooks are placed in the back and legs, usually in two rows, such that the suspendee is lying face down. This type of suspension is named ''superman'' due to the similarity in appearance to Superman flying. Other Other variations exist, utilizing anywhere from one to dozens of hooks. SEE ALSO REFERENCES EXTERNAL LINKS
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